Selwood House Care Home
Selwood House Care Home is a residential care home in Dorchester, Dorset (DT2 9FN). It holds a CQC rating of Good.
About Selwood House Care Home
Selwood House Care Home is in Dorchester, providing residential care for older people who can no longer manage safely on their own. We keep the feel of a house rather than a unit, with people keeping their own habits, their own belongings and a real say in how their day is spent. We support people living with dementia, and that work rests on continuity above all else. Knowing what somebody's day used to look like, keeping as much of it as we can and understanding what lies behind distress rather than simply managing it is what makes the difference between a settled day and a hard one. We also care for younger adults, and we plan their day around their own interests. Respite stays are available too, whether somebody needs care for a short period after illness or a family carer needs a genuine break. Our most recent overall rating from the Care Quality Commission is good. That is reassuring, though the better test is whether people who live here seem settled and whether relatives feel able to raise something with us early. Anyone considering Selwood House is welcome to visit, look around and ask us whatever they want to know.
Care provided at Selwood House Care Home
- Older person care
- Dementia care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 12 October 2025
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
Common questions about Selwood House Care Home
Where is Selwood House Care Home located?
Selwood House Care Home is a residential care home in Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9FN. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does Selwood House Care Home provide?
Selwood House Care Home is registered to provide residential personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Dementia care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is Selwood House Care Home's CQC rating?
Selwood House Care Home is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Good following its last inspection on 12 October 2025. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does Selwood House Care Home provide dementia care?
Yes. Selwood House Care Home supports people living with dementia. We recommend contacting the home directly to discuss your individual situation.
Does Selwood House Care Home offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. Selwood House Care Home offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about Selwood House Care Home
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
Yes. Selwood House Care Home is registered for dementia care, so someone whose needs increase can usually stay rather than move.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
No. Selwood House Care Home is a residential care home without on-site nursing. District nurses and GPs visit, but someone who needs daily nursing may have to move to a nursing home.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. Selwood House Care Home offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. Selwood House Care Home supports younger adults as well as older people.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the South West
Selwood House Care Home has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South West, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,000 to £1,300 per week per person, typical range
- Dementia care: £1,100 to £1,400 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South West, not a quote from Selwood House Care Home. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
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